1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1975 MG MGB
To start off, 1975 MG MGB is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1975 MG MGB.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1975 MG MGB | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | MG |
| Model | Tickford | MGB |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
